5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98%

Name: 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019132

About 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98%

5-Hydroxymethyl furfural (CAS 67-47-0) is an aroma chemical offered by Vaqora Chemicals, specified at ≥98% purity. Its molecular formula is C6H6O3 and its molecular weight is 126.11 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 5-(hydroxymethyl)furan-2-carbaldehyde. Alternative names: 5-(Hydroxymethyl)furfural and 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxaldehyde.

The material typically appears as a solid or liquid. Reported physical data include a melting point of 28-34 °C and a boiling point of 114-116 °C. Recommended storage is at 2–8 °C, with the container kept tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and organic synthesis. Buyers come mainly from food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Available in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019132
CAS Number	67-47-0
IUPAC name	5-(hydroxymethyl)furan-2-carbaldehyde
Molecular formula	C₆H₆O₃
Molecular weight	126.11 g/mol
Exact mass	126.0317
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29122990
InChIKey	NOEGNKMFWQHSLB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=C(OC(=C1)C=O)CO
PubChem CID	237332

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Solid or liquid
Melting point	28-34 °C
Boiling point	114-116 °C
Density	1.29 g/cm3
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	50.4 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	5-(Hydroxymethyl)furfural, 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxaldehyde, HMF, 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furaldehyde, 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-furaldehyde, 5-Oxymethylfurfurole, 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-furancarbonal, 2-Furancarboxaldehyde, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-, 5-Hydroxymethylfuran-2-aldehyde, 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-formylfuran, 2-Hydroxymethyl-5-furfural, 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-furfuraldehyde

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98% is 67-47-0. It is also known as 5-(Hydroxymethyl)furfural, 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxaldehyde, HMF.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98%?

5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98% has the molecular formula C6H6O3 and a molecular weight of 126.11 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-(hydroxymethyl)furan-2-carbaldehyde.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98% can I order?

We supply 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98% in (≥98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.

How should 5-Hydroxymethyl furfural, 98% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.